Major General Ellard A. Walsh (October 3, 1887 – August 1, 1975) was a U.S. Army National Guard officer who is recognized as the "father" of the modern National Guard. He also commanded the 34th Infantry Division during the run up to World War II. == Early life == Walsh was born in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada on October 3, 1887, the oldest child of Edward J. Walsh and Mary Anne (Roach) Walsh.
Major General Ellard A. Walsh (October 3, 1887 – August 1, 1975) was a U.S. Army National Guard officer who is recognized as the "father" of the modern National Guard. He also commanded the 34th Infantry Division during the run up to World War II. == Early life == Walsh was born in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada on October 3, 1887, the oldest child of Edward J. Walsh and Mary Anne (Roach) Walsh.
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